2007 Subaru Forester vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Subaru Forester (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Forester | Bora |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
